Description: This 12-week position will run approximately May
28 through August 16, 2019 and will offer opportunities to actively participate
in land stewardship and habitat management activities in prairie and woodland
environments.

Duties: Assist with conducting habitat
management such as invasive species removal, shrub removal, oak savanna and
prairie restoration, and prairie planting; conduct mowing, trimming and general
park management tasks; assist with weeding, mulching, tree trimming, and native
landscaping projects; assist with trail maintenance and equipment maintenance; assist
with fence construction, repair and removal; maintain working relationships
with other employees and the public; and perform related tasks as assigned.

Shift: The Habitat Stewardship Intern will work no
more than 40 hours per work week
(non-routine
including some weekends, evenings and holidays).

Required Skills: Ability to work
independently; possess a strong work ethic and a sincere interest in preserving
Iowa ecosystems; experience in safely operating and maintaining mowers, motorized
equipment such as All-Terrain Vehicles, power and hand tools is helpful;
ability to follow directions and learn new skills; general knowledge and
interest in outdoors and natural resources.

Qualifications: High School diploma or GED
equivalent. The applicant must possess a current, valid driver’s license; have
reliable transportation and the ability to get to and from different work-sites
within a 45-mile radius of Sioux City; ability to routinely lift up to 50
pounds; and be physically able to work in extreme environmentally rigorous
situations (heat, humidity, steep terrain). Candidate must pass physical and drug screening tests prior to
employment for Woodbury County.

Salary: $11.75 per hour

Deadline: Must be received by 4:30 p.m., Wednesday,
February 13, 2019.

To Apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/woodburycountyiowa
Please
INCLUDE job application, resume, and
cover letter in application

Applicant for hire must successfully pass a background check, physical exam and drug screening prior to employment. Woodbury County is an EOE. In compliance with the ADA, the County will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.

Qualifications
High School diploma or GED equivalent. The applicant must possess a current, valid driver’s license; have reliable transportation and the ability to get to and from different work-sites within a 45-mile radius of Sioux City; ability to routinely lift

To Apply
To Apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/woodburycountyiowa Please INCLUDE job application, resume, and cover letter in application